On Saturday, November 22, from 10:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M., the Alexandria Police Department will host a Child Safety Awareness event. The event will take place at Wiygul Automotive, 6001 Lane Drive.

During this event, police staff will be available to conduct Child Safety seat checks. In addition, a total of 70 Child Safety Identification kits will be distributed using the SafeAssured ID program.

SafeAssured ID is a proactive safety program designed to provide rapid emergency response and peace of mind to loved ones. Parents who choose to take advantage of the SafeAssured ID program will receive an encrypted mini-CD containing personal data, a full color photo SafeAssured Identification Card, a guidebook with prevention tips prepared in partnership with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, and a “Quick Tips and Help Guide”.

For more information, please contact the Media Services Unit at 703.838.4636.